Rock Introduction Weekend

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Introduction

Rock Introduction provides you with a solid foundation in the skills of rock climbing on single and multi-pitch crags. It is designed for those with very little or no previous experience of rock climbing. Many of the techniques taught are transferable to an Alpine environment, thereby supporting your overall climbing and ability to tackle more challenging routes in the bigger mountains. If, however, you simply wish to get into rock climbing, this weekend course is a great way to start. The course is instructed at a ratio of 1:2.

Who is it for?

The course is designed for those with very little or no previous rock climbing experience, or for those who have used an indoor Climbing Wall.

The course teaches you:

• Movement on rock and climbing techniques (e.g. smearing, edging, bridging, chimneying, rock-overs, jamming, crimping)
• How to put on a harness and helmet
• Rope handling and knots
• Familiarity with climbing equipment
• How to keep each other safe when climbing with a rope
• Abseiling
• Use of Guidebooks

Outcomes

On completion of the course you will have the skills to:

• Use a climbing wall on your own
• Join a more advanced course, such as ‘Classic Rock’

Information about the Course venue and accommodation, Course Director and instructional ratios, Equipment, Insurance and Inclusions and Exclusions... read more »

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Recommended Guidebooks

Classic Rock, Ken Wilson (Diadem)
North Wales Rock (Ground Up)
Llanberis Pass (Climbers' Club)
Ogwyn and Carneddau (Climbers' Club)

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the course or your suitability for it, please phone +44 (0)114 276 3322 or contact us.

Dates & Prices

Date	Meeting in		Availability
2027 dates to be announced — Please register your interest

What the price includes

• 2 nights' bed and breakfast accommodation in Betws-y-Coed, on a single room basis.
• 2 days' guiding/instruction at a 1:2 ratio maximum.
• Road transport to fulfil the course programme.
• All group climbing equipment, such as ropes and other technical equipment.
• Rock shoes (if required), harness and helmet, when booked in advance.

What the price does not include

• Transport to Betws-y-Coed.
• Lunch and evening meals.
• Clothing, rucksack.
• Mountaineering and travel Insurance

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Team Member Reviews

• ‘Sam provided superb instruction, improved my technique, and had my complete confidence at all times, as well as being great company for the two days.’ SJ, Rock Introduction, May '16
• ‘The second day's climbing with Andy was fantastic and I achieved far more than I thought I would on an introductory weekend course’ RS

Leader Reports

• Rock Intro and Scrambling
  “Introductory Rock Weekend and Scrambling weekend. 12th- 14th September 2014. When the weather in Snowdonia is this good you certainly don't need to go anywhere else to be introduced to the delights, wonders and challenges of...”
  report added 19/Sep/14